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MDC CLASSIC UPGRADE SLOTS

The delivery format of digital content is constantly changing in pure digital 
systems like the C 368. Each of these formats typically requires specialized 
hardware and software, often with licensed IP and content copy protection.

To address continuous technological evolution, NAD has placed all digital 
interface circuitry of the C 368 on easily upgradable modules, called 
Modular Design Construction (MDC). The C 368 has provision for two slots 
where MDC upgrade modules can be installed. 

The following optional MDC modules can be integrated with the C 368 - 
DD USB 2.0, MDC HDM-2 and the MDC BluOS modules. Remove covers to 
install the optional Modular Design Construction (MDC) modules. 

Consult with your NAD dealer on how to procure the MDC HDM-2, 
DD USB 2.0 and MDC BluOS modules and their installations to the C 368.

MDC HDM-2

MDC HDM-2 offers three HDMI input terminals and one HDMI output. MDC 
HDM-2 adds HDMI switching and audio capability to C 368. It supports 
4K@60 4:4:4 and HDCP 2.2 compliant.  With MDC HDM-2 installed, C 368 
supports HDMI Control (CEC) and Audio Return Channel (ARC) functions. 
Both functions are possible if external devices that also support both 
features are interconnected with C 368 via HDMI connection. 

If an ARC connection is established, the front panel display will show “HDMI 
ARC”. 

IMPORTANT!

 

Ensure that ARC-connected devices to C 368 have their audio settings 
set to PCM only. 

A  HDMI OUT:

 Connect to corresponding 

HDMI port of HDTV, projector with HDMI 
input or TV that supports HDMI CEC/ARC.

B  HDMI 1 - 3:

 Connect to the HDMI OUT 

connectors of source components such 
as DVD player, BD player or HDTV satellite/ 
cable box.

DD USB 2 .0

A COMPUTER:

 Using Type A to Type B 

cable connector (not supplied), interface 
computer audio to this asynchronous Type B 
USB input to directly stream 24/96 PCM 
content from your PC or MAC.

B  USB BACK:

 Connect a USB mass 

storage device to this input. Typical USB 
mass storage devices compatible with 
C 368 include portable flash memory 
devices and external hard drives (FAT32 
formatted). 

MDC BluOS

BluOS is a music management software developed by NAD’s sister brand, 
Bluesound. Integrating MDC BluOS will add BluOS network and internet 
music streaming with advanced music management to your C 368.

Refer to the “MDC DD BluOS Mounting Instructions” and” Configuring DD 
BluOS” (included with your MDC BluOS package) on how to install and 
integrate the MDC BluOS with the C 368.

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Summary of Contents for C 368

Page 1: ...ENGLISH FRAN AIS ESPA OL ITALIANO DEUTSCH NEDERLANDS SVENSKA Owner s Manual C368 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier...

Page 2: ...nal Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding...

Page 3: ...ny interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Under Industry Canada regulations this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum or l...

Page 4: ...ss and hold both front panel s a SOURCE s buttons until the display shows FACTORY RESET Release both a SOURCE s buttons afterwards IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 INTRODUCTION GETTING STARTED 4 WHAT S...

Page 5: ...mm personal stereo jack plugs 5 DISPLAY Show visual and menu information according to the selected settings The following Main menu options are shown in the display Source Setup Settings and BluOS Set...

Page 6: ...specialists with respect to their compatibility to the C 368 s IR features IR IN This input is connected to the output of an IR infrared repeater Xantech or similar or the IR output of another compati...

Page 7: ...to connect and no loose strands of speaker wire 8 POWER Supplies the AC mains power to the C 368 When the POWER switch is set to ON position the C 368 goes to standby mode as shown by the amber statu...

Page 8: ...also support both features are interconnected with C 368 via HDMI connection If an ARC connection is established the front panel display will show HDMI ARC IMPORTANT Ensure that ARC connected devices...

Page 9: ...selector 8 inAMPmodewill nowcorrespondtoBluetoothsourcewhileinputselector 9 willbeunassigned Refertoexamplebelow If you installed the optional MDC BluOS or MDC HDM 2 module the unassigned input select...

Page 10: ...der RPT Repeat track file or whole disc PROG Enter or exit program mode CLEAR Delete programmed track file CD Select CD as the active source USB Select USB as the active source OPT Select optical inpu...

Page 11: ...Press ENTER while still holding down the device button CD The CD device selector will flash once to indicate that the library input is successful Both the device selector button CD and ENTER can now...

Page 12: ...the NAD Remote App from the respective App stores of Apple iOS devices iPad iPhone and iPod and Android devices USING THE NAD REMOTE APP After downloading the NAD Remote App from the App store ensure...

Page 13: ...e on the current character The name can be as long as fourteen characters 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each character in sequence 4 Complete the renaming process by pressing the ENTER button again to sa...

Page 14: ...t the balance levels 0 dB level setting provides equal level to the left and right channels FILTERS Filters provide easy bi amplification or subwoofer integration by adding the required filters to red...

Page 15: ...ghtness NETWORK STANDBY Network Standby mode maintains network connection at standby mode with reduced system performance level On Network connection is maintained at standby mode Off Network connecti...

Page 16: ...h Channel 0 to Channel 3 Press ENTER to select preferred IR Channel setting C 368 IR Channel is defaulted to Channel 0 To change the IR Channel on the SR 9 remote control Include a channel number befo...

Page 17: ...nother device Sink on the same Bluetooth network environment C368 AS A BLUETOOTH SINK Set BT Work Mode to Sink Initiate pairing of your Bluetooth device with C 368 by following below procedure 1 Ensur...

Page 18: ...T antenna terminal at the rear panel 1 Select Bluetooth as a Source Display could show any of the following Connectable Discoverable C 368 is open to connect or pair with other Source devices within t...

Page 19: ...configured only at BluOS source mode With other sources the BluOS Setup menu options can be viewed only but not configurable INFO Display MAC address IP address BluOS version and other related inform...

Page 20: ...ontinuous output power into 8 ohms Bridge mode 300W ref 20 Hz 20 kHz atTHD 0 03 THD 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 03 250 mW to 80W 8 ohms and 4 ohms Signal to Noise Ratio 98 dB A weighted 500 mV input ref 1W out in...

Page 21: ...21 ENGLISH FRAN AIS ESPA OL ITALIANO DEUTSCH NEDERLANDS SVENSKA...

Page 22: ...nal a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited No part of this publication may be reproduced stored or transmitted in any form without the written permission of NAD Electronics International While ever...

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